Medical reason Barron Trump can’t join US military as angry Americans ask Donald Trump to send him to Iran war

Outraged Americans are demanding that President Donald Trump send his youngest son, Barron, to serve in the military following the recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran.

The strikes, which targeted key Iranian military and nuclear sites, have drawn both domestic and international backlash, particularly as tensions rise in the Middle East.

In response to the potential escalation of conflict, many social media users have suggested that Barron, 19, should be sent to fight in Iran, much like other young Americans who may be called into service.

Many people have said President Trump’s son, Barron, should join the military. Credit: Michael M. Santiago / Getty

The hashtag #SendBarron trended over the weekend as citizens voiced their frustration.

One user questioned: “Why not demonstrate that Trump family spirit of patriotism and sacrifice by sending Barron to fight Iran?”

“At least someone from the Trump family should demonstrate how patriotic they are by serving instead of grifting,” a second wrote.

Another post read: “#SendBarron. Would certainly send a message of solidarity with our troops, and gratitude for the sacrifices they make every day.”

A third added: “If you vote for leaders who love war, maybe you or your children should at least be first in line to explain why it’s worth it.”

Some even slammed Trump’s involvement in escalating the war while remaining out of harm’s way, with a person commenting, “POTUS is chilling at his own country club while starting WWIII #SendBarron.”

However, the 79-year-old’s son may be exempt from military service due to medical reasons.

Standing at an imposing 6’9″, he is likely too tall for many roles within the military, particularly those requiring confinement to smaller spaces such as tanks, armored vehicles, and aircraft, Irish Star reported.

The Army’s height limit for some positions is generally 80 inches (6’8″), and this restriction could disqualify Barron from serving in certain capacities.

Barron may be too tall for the military. Credit: Win McNamee / Getty

Interestingly, this would not be the first time a member of the president’s family has avoided military service due to medical exemptions.

Trump himself was able to sidestep the Vietnam War draft thanks to a diagnosis of bone spurs, a condition that was reportedly provided by a doctor as a favor to his father, Fred Trump.

Dr. Larry Braunstein, a podiatrist in Queens, New York, gave the diagnosis, which was later confirmed by Braunstein’s daughters, who spoke to The New York Times.